Important Things To Keep In Mind While Designing Your Kitchen

Everyone has an opinion of how their
kitchen should look and work. Whether you have large space or small, you want
kitchen to be efficient and comfortable at the same time.

It is essential to identify your kitchen
needs and then design the kitchen and not do vice-versa. Lets look at some
basic points to consider while designing your dream kitchen:

Choosing
layout

Nowadays kitchens are designed so that
entire family can use it. The design should identify and cater to its regular
activity pattern. You can choose if u want an ‘L’ shape, ‘U’ shape, single
line, island layout or a peninsula layout. Whatever shape you plan, locate sink
on the same wall as stove. This will prevent dripping of water on the floor
when you go from stove to sink.

Choosing and placing
kitchen appliances

Appliances not only aesthetically up the
kitchen but they can also make the kitchen look messy. It is very important to
correctly choose them and then properly place them. Knowing how you will you
use your kitchen will help you determine the types and grades of appliances to
consider. Try installing microwaves at height and don’t leave the cords of
appliances hanging around. You can choose if you want appliances to be
stand-alone or panelled on the cabinets.

Selecting material for
kitchen counter tops

Kitchen

Pick heat/scratch resistant, non-porous
tops which are durable and easy to clean. If you have an open kitchen, you
cannot afford it look messy after a year due to cracks and scratches on the
top. Try and pick colours which go with the décor of your living room. The
flashy, modern stainless steel countertops account to an evergreen décor as
well as waterproof and resistant to stains.

Selecting
fixtures

Make sure fixtures look good and function
well with the interior design and layout ideas you have. Your kitchen needs to
be equally as functional as it is beautiful. If you have a small kitchen, you
can have only a central light fixture. But, in case of large kitchens you need
to have proper lighting in different sections of kitchen. You can also install
dimmers to adjust the brightness of light and cut down electricity bills.

Floor Plans

There are hundreds of flooring options
available in market. You can choose from vitrified tiles, hardwood flooring,
concrete or natural stone. Find an economical option with shades to go with
rest of your décor. Also, it should be stain proof and non-slippery so that it
can last longer. Instead of wooden floor you can go with eco-friendly bamboo
floor. If you stay near beach, then it’s the ebst choice as it is moisture
resistant and a strong wood.

Safety and
Ventilation

Last but not the least; keep in mind the
safety of your kitchen. Whether you go for modular kitchen or a locally made,
this is one important aspect to probe into. Put all sharp objects, like knife
at a height and out of reach of children. Appliances should be installed away
from sink or places where cords can get wet. Have enough ventilation, so that
in case of gas leaks you may get rid of it quickly.

Remember the best thing you can have is a
safe and beautiful kitchen in your home. Pay close attention to all small
details and if you have hired a professional let him know all your needs. Give
them proposals and ideas during planning the design of kitchen. A well-planned
combination of all above things will give you a clutter free kitchen which
would eventually become a place to create memories.